Jody grew up north of Madison in the small town of Pardeeville. Jody and Mary currently live in Stoughton. They were introduced to one another by a mutual friend, while attending a small group. This was the perfect place to start a friendship that has continued to grow since their Spring wedding in ‘96. Jody has worked in the engineering profession as a Mechanical Designer since he was 19. He received his associates degree in 2001 from MATC after attending night school during his first 5 years of marriage (with Mary’s encouragement, of course.)
A tragic diving accident was the catalyst that prompted Jody to accept Jesus as his Savior when he was a teenager. The accident left him paralyzed for several weeks. During that time he contemplated, “Had I drowned, would I have gone to Heaven or Hell?” Jody was blessed with a full recovery from his neck injury. Exactly one year after his accident he committed himself to strive to live in a way that reflected Jesus’ teachings. Jody’s initial commitment to believing in Jesus as his Savior was based on not wanting to face an eternal judgment that separated him from God. Over time, Jody’s relationship with Jesus grew into one that wasn’t based on necessity but rather on love, respect and gratitude toward a loving Savior.
Jody and Mary have enjoyed attending LakeView since the summer of 2003. Mary has been involved in various ministries, using her administrative skills. Jody continues to serve, singing on the Worship Team. He has also been part of the Drama Team and co-leads a lifegroup with Mary. Jody and Mary look forward to new challenges and opportunities to serve.
